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irreverence

noun
/ɪˈrɛvərəns/

Meaning

a lack of respect for people or things that are generally taken seriously

Example Sentences

His jokes about religion showed irreverence to the sacred traditions.

Synonyms

disrespect, disdain, mockery, rudeness

Antonyms

respect, reverence

Collocations

irreverence towards, show irreverence, display irreverence

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